Louisiana

Unboxed Vol. 43: JaRon Marshal Is Bringing Futuristic Vibes To Soul Music

The acclaimed keyboardist talks about his music roots in Louisiana, working with the Black Pumas, and his latest solo project.
05/20/2024

Black Man Sues For Wrongful Arrest After Facial Recognition Software Misidentified Him

A detective relied solely on a technology with a high rate of misidentifying Black people, the lawsuit says.
09/25/2023

The Weight of the State: Much on the Line for Louisiana’s Primary Elections

Louisiana’s voters have a lot to consider as they head to the polls to pick their new governor.
09/22/2023

Two Black Female High School Seniors May Have Discovered a New Proof For 2,000-Year-Old Math Theorem

Calcea Johnson and Ne'Kiya Jackson of Louisiana gave a presentation at the American Mathematical Society's Annual Southeastern Conference.
07/09/2023

NAACP Urging 'Extreme Caution' For Visitors To Louisiana

Several bills targeting LGBTQ people are currently being considered at the Louisiana state legislature.
06/09/2023

DOJ Accuses Louisiana Of 'Routinely' Keeping Inmates Locked Up Past Release Dates

‘Our investigation uncovered evidence of systemic violations,’ Assistant Atty Gen. Kristen Clarke says.
01/27/2023
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Facial Recognition Caused Georgia Man's Wrongful Arrest

Facial recognition technology critics have long said the device is racially biased.
01/05/2023

Black Louisiana Voters 'Embarrassed’ By State’s Failure To Pass Anti-Slavery Amendment

Four other states removed forced servitude from their state constitutions during November’s elections.
11/25/2022

Louisiana Voters Reject Ballot Measure To Abolish Slavery, Involuntary Servitude

Five states asked voters on Election Day whether to removing constitutional language that permits slavery as a form of criminal punishment.
11/11/2022

Louisiana Mayor Running For Re-Election Tragically Dies In Car Wreck On Election Day

Velma D. Hendrix, 84, was a longtime educator in St. Landry Parish before entering politics.
11/10/2022
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Rev. Charles Southall III Admits To Defrauding Louisiana Church Of $900,000

He reportedly used the funds to buy a car and other items.
10/21/2022